Advanced Network Technician Salary in California

How much does an Advanced Network Technician make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Advanced Network Technician in California is $92,222 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, an Advanced Network Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,357
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,401 to $97,004
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,370

Key Factors That Influence Advanced Network Technician Salaries

An Advanced Network Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Advanced Network Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Advanced Network Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $76,297
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $91,226
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,517
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $135,379
  • Expert (over 8 years): $132,446
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Network Control Technician I less than 1 year $76,297
Advanced Network Technician 1-2 years $91,226
Network Control Technician III 2-4 years $115,517
Network Control Technician IV 5-8 years $135,379
Network Control Center Supervisor over 8 years $132,446

Top Paying Cities for Advanced Network Technician

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $92,381
  • West Hollywood: $92,314
  • Dodgertown: $92,381

Advanced Network Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Advanced Network Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Advanced Network Technician positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Construction typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Advanced Network Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Advanced Network Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $138,334 $67.0 50%
Pharmaceuticals $124,500 $60.0 35%
Financial Services $119,889 $58.0 30%
Biotechnology $115,278 $55.0 25%
Internet $110,667 $53.0 20%

Advanced Network Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Advanced Network Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Hourly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$83,401
Average $92,222/year
$97,004
$6,950
Average $7,685/month
$8,084
$1,604
Average $1,774/week
$1,865
$40
Average $44/hour
$47
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $97,004 $8,084 $1,865 $47
Average $92,222 $7,685 $1,774 $44
25th Percentile $83,401 $6,950 $1,604 $40

Find Your Next Advanced Network Technician Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Advanced Network Technician job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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    KDDI America | Torrance, CA

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    Saalex | Corona, CA

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    MobileComm | San Francisco, CA

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    Amazon | Santa Clara, CA

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